Author

Holly Johnson

Author

Holly Johnson

Vet Surgeon

Holly Johnson - CertAVP BVSC MRCVS - is a vet with equine, general practice and industry experience. Holly has previously worked in the profession both in the UK and Australia and has a wealth of experience in the imaging industry. Now, working in advanced equine imaging, Holly's experience in general practice is invaluable to her current role as product manager. In her spare time, Holly walks with her very energetic Dalmatian and has recently embarked on a self-build project so is happiest getting stuck into interior design and DIY.

Posts by Holly Johnson

Lameness diagnosis: why it’s important for horse & owner

Diagnosis 27 Feb 2026

The real value of lameness diagnosis in horses is not just knowing what’s wrong but knowing what to do next. Once the source of pain is identified, you and your vet can work together on a treatment plan for your horse's safe return to work.

Holly Johnson

5 myths you’ve heard about horse lameness

Article 6 Feb 2026

Myths about lameness abound, especially when people are not armed with the facts. If lameness were always obvious, none of us would spend weeks second guessing what we’re feeling under saddle. Lameness can be subtle, inconsistent and frustratingly hard to describe. That is why myths take hold! They give simple answers to something that is rarely simple.

Holly Johnson

Spot The Signs

Could you spot these signs of lameness in your horse?

This short quiz is educational, not diagnostic. It helps you check what you already know and learn what vets often ask owners to look for.

Spot subtle signs that can look like behaviour, stiffness or something “just not quite right”
Learn the language to describe what you are seeing in plain English
Understand what information helps your vet decide what to do next

Start the Quiz

Holly Johnson

Posts by Holly Johnson

Lameness diagnosis: why it’s important for horse & owner

5 myths you’ve heard about horse lameness

Could you spot these signs of lameness in your horse?

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